Typically, most reports on cancer focuses on preventive and curative measures. However, we have chosen to focus on the plight of affected persons, their families and friends. We focused on the social and economic effects of cancer on them.

Consequently, this report provides clue into the state of cancer in Nigeria. It goes further to educate the government, affected persons, NGOs and all stakeholders on the prevalence and effects of cancer.

This report will be useful in:

Guiding public health policy especially as it relates to cancer prevention, early diagnosis and treatment in Nigeria

Exposing the investment potentials in the health sector especially as it relates to cancer

Proffering further insights to patients, healthcare practitioners, health sector investors and government on managing the impact of cancer

The outcomes of the survey – trends, findings and recommendations – are all presented in this report.